Study Shows Vitamin K Deficiency Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Development

Author / KingNet National Online Medical Editorial Department

According to statistics from the National Health Service of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, the prevalence of diabetes among Chinese people over 18 years from 106 to 109 is as high as 11.1%, and it is estimated that there are about 2.186 million patients diabetic there. across the country. Diabetes is not only a blood sugar problem, but also a risk factor for many other diseases, affecting the quality of life and health.

A study published in the journal “Human Nutrition & Metabolism” in January 2024 indicated that vitamin K deficiency appears to be associated with the development of type 2 diabetes.Insulin resistance develops in the elderly.

Vitamin K and diabetes

Vitamin K is a regulator of lipid metabolism in the human body, helping to reduce triglyceride levels and improve blood sugar and insulin levels after a meal. Studies have shown that long-term vitamin K supplementation can improve insulin resistance in the elderly and help bone density in the elderly.
Although the study did not prove that vitamin K had an effect on fasting blood sugar levels, it did have a significant effect on insulin levels and blood sugar 2 hours after a meal. Studies have shown that vitamin K contributes to insulin resistance in older women and men with diabetes after 36 months of development. In addition, vitamin K also has an effect on bone density and fracture rate, and can promote bone density and fracture in women with osteoporosis and postmenopausal women.

The importance of vitamin and mineral intake for diabetics

In addition to vitamin K, other nutrients such as vitamins B9, E, D, B1 and zinc have been linked to diabetes and pre-existing conditions. Vitamin E can reduce glycated hemoglobin and improve diabetes management; zinc is one of the factors that make up insulin. moderate consumption of folic acid can also help reduce the risk of diabetes.

Master the five steps to control sugar and help stabilize sugar

The Department of National Health recommends that you master your health through the “Five Steps to Blood Sugar Control” to consistently control blood sugar, develop good lifestyle habits, and cooperate with management. professional care to reduce and prevent complications.

• “Healthy Diet: Three Down and One Up”:You should consult a doctor and a nutritionist to develop an appropriate diet plan based on your individual condition, based on a “balanced diet” and taking into account the principle of three less and one higher: less oil, more less salt, less sugar and high quality. -dietary fiber to achieve blood sugar control and maintain health.
• “Regular exercise every week 150”:Reduce a sedentary lifestyle for long periods and participate in physical activity for at least 150 minutes a week Pay attention to potential risks, such as falls, dehydration, etc., and self-monitor blood sugar before exercise to avoid hypoglycemia.
• “Weight control and burden reduction”:Under the guidance of a nutritionist / health teacher, you can control your weight, or join a group of patients to lose weight to stay away from the dangers of obesity and diabetes.
• “Take medicine regularly and on time”:Take medication on time and regularly according to the doctor’s instructions Do not increase or decrease the dose at will or stop the medication on your own If you change doctors during the treatment, you must inform the new doctor about your current medical status unnecessary drug crossover and interference with blood sugar control.
• “Monitor blood sugar regularly and automatically”:Blood sugar levels change with diet and lifestyle You should develop blood sugar self-monitoring and measure blood sugar regularly and accurately to ensure that blood sugar is within the normal control range.

References

Younes S. The role of micronutrients in the treatment of diabetes. Human Nutr & Metab. Accessed 26 January 2024. doi: 10.1016/j.hnm.2023.200238

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